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Design your office with patient experience in mind.

How To Create a Great Dental Patient Experience Through Office Design

By American Orthodontic Society | October 16, 2024

Office Design’s Effects on the Patient Experience While focusing on treatment outcomes is essential, considering the patient experience is just as vital. That experience extends to much more than the treatment itself and includes aspects of the patient journey many dental professionals may overlook — such as the design of your office.  Dental office design…

Implementing the knowledge from orthodontics courses.

Orthodontics Courses Part 3: Implementing New Skills Into Your Practice

By American Orthodontic Society | October 9, 2024

Tips for Adding Orthodontic Services in Your Practice You spend years sharpening your skills as a general dentist. Then, you decide to enroll in orthodontics courses for general dentist practitioners (GDPs) to challenge yourself and offer something else to your patients.  After all, adding orthodontics at your practice has many benefits, such as offering your…

Investing in orthodontics courses.

Orthodontics Courses Part 2: Preparing for Success

By American Orthodontic Society | October 2, 2024

Getting the Most From Orthodontics Courses Continuing education (CE) courses give career-focused dental professionals new opportunities to get ahead in their careers. Yes, they are a requirement to maintain your professional license, but these classes also give you a chance to add new services to your office. However, some CE courses, including orthodontics courses, have…

Choosing the right orthodontics courses.

Orthodontics Courses Part 1: Choosing the Right Course for You

By American Orthodontic Society | September 24, 2024

Determining the Right Orthodontics Courses for Dental Practice Growth As a dental professional interested in providing exceptional care and service, learning new information and skills is critical to your success and that of your patients. Orthodontic courses can help you enhance your skills and expand your dental services, resulting in more satisfying work, happier patients,…

Announce your new orthodontic services.

6 Different Ways To Announce That Your Dental Practice Now Offers Orthodontics

By American Orthodontic Society | September 17, 2024

Marketing Your New Orthodontic Services As a dentist, you are likely always looking for ways to better serve your patients. Offering orthodontic services in the same place your patients go for standard dental care provides a high level of convenience for them to get what they need to maintain their oral health.  As you gain…

Financial planning for dentists.

Financial Planning for New Dentists: 5 Tips To Starting on the Right Foot

By American Orthodontic Society | September 10, 2024

How To Set Yourself Up for Financial Success as a New Dentist Becoming a dentist is an exciting and rewarding experience. Unfortunately, it is not without its fair share of challenges. Your first inclination may be to learn additional skills to attract more patients right out of the gate, but you should also consider your…

Mental preparation for continuing education courses.

5 Tips To Prepare Your Mind for Continuing Education Courses

By American Orthodontic Society | September 3, 2024

Focusing Tips for Your Next CE Course Continuing education (CE) courses are a vital component of many professions. Dentists, in particular, are used to carrying on their educational journeys, both in order to fulfill license requirements and to keep their skills sharp and current.  However, they must be mentally prepared to make the most of…

Create a child-friendly dental practice.

5 Ways To Design a Child-Friendly Dental Practice

By American Orthodontic Society | August 23, 2024

Tips for Creating a Dental Practice Kids Will Actually Enjoy Designing a child-friendly dental practice will guarantee your young patients feel welcome and comfortable. The right environment can help calm anxious kids and excite them about coming back. There are plenty of ways dentists can go about improving in this area, from adding specialized services…

Treat malocclusions early.

Why It Is So Important To Treat Malocclusions Early

By American Orthodontic Society | August 16, 2024

Definition and Types of Malocclusions Malocclusions are common among children and can cause serious long-term oral health issues if left untreated. The American Orthodontic Society’s Early Treatment of Malocclusion for Pediatric Dentists course provides general and pediatric dentists with the information and resources they need to provide effective treatment and make a difference in patients’…

Orthodontic assistant training course.

Grow Your Dental Practice: Benefits of the Intermediate Orthodontic Assistant Training Course

By American Orthodontic Society | August 9, 2024

AOS’ Intermediate Orthodontic Assistant Training Course Are you a dental assistant or hygienist looking to build your skills and move your career forward? Or are you a dentist looking for the ideal way to strengthen your team? The Intermediate Orthodontic Assistant Training Course from the American Orthodontic Society provides practical knowledge and cross-training to maximize…

Adjunctive Orthodontic Procedures course

3 Reasons To Take an Adjunctive Orthodontic Procedures Course

By American Orthodontic Society | August 2, 2024

Modernize your practice with AOS’ Adjunctive Orthodontics Procedures course. The dental field is constantly evolving, and that’s a good thing for general practitioners wanting to offer more services. Incorporating advanced orthodontics allows you to become a comprehensive dental office that offers exactly what many of your patients likely already need. The American Orthodontic Society is…

Continuing education for your dental team.

4 Reasons You Need To Offer Continuing Education for Your Dental Team

By American Orthodontic Society | July 23, 2024

Want to successfully grow your practice? Invest in your team. Continuous learning and professional development are key ingredients to a successful dental practice. These opportunities keep your team up to date with the latest technologies and treatment methods, allowing your practice to maintain the highest professional standard. Continuing education also keeps your team feeling fulfilled…